Serving 311 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Springfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Springfield Elementary School serves a central area within its school district in Midlothian, IL, covering approximately 1 square mile. Families can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with most residing about 0.7 miles from the school and the furthest edge located 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Springfield Elementary School's student population of 311 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
311 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Springfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2720 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Hispanic
49%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Elementary School's ranking?
Springfield Elementary School is ranked #2720 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Springfield Elementary School?
311 students attend Springfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Springfield Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Springfield Elementary School?
Springfield Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Springfield Elementary School offer ?
Springfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Springfield Elementary School part of?
Springfield Elementary School is part of Midlothian SD 143 School District.
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